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Open RMI File

Commonly associated with RealMedia, Remote Method Invocation (RMI) files are associated with a number of applications and, as a result, can be opened and used in a variety of ways. These multimedia files are audio files used primarily by RealPlayer, an audio and video player with streaming functionality. At the same time, RMI files also serve as a Java remote method invocation file format used to facilitate object-oriented programming and execution.

RealMedia Files

RMI files, when associated with RealMedia, are typically audio files. These can be opened using a variety of multimedia playback software. The most common software used is RealPlayer, which is specifically designed for this purpose. RealPlayer is a free media player available for download.

Additionally, RMI format files can be opened using other media players, such as VLC Media Player and Winamp. These players can offer greater flexibility and compatibility with other media formats too.

Java RMI Files

RMI files are also a component of Java's object-oriented programming. In this context, Remote Method Invocation (RMI) allows a Java object to invoke methods on an object running on another machine. This different use of RMI files requires a separate set of tools for access and manipulation.

Files of this type can be opened and edited using Eclipse, a popular integrated development environment (IDE) used for Java development. Another commonly-used IDE for handling these files is IntelliJ IDEA. Both these IDEs facilitate the development and manipulation of Java RMI files.

RMI File Important Information

While RMI files can serve different purposes, it's essential to understand which format you're dealing with when attempting to open one. If you're encountering difficulties with opening an RMI file, it's normally a good indicator that you're trying to open the file in the wrong software.

Updating your software applications can also resolve issues with opening and using RMI files. Oftentimes, these issues are due to software not being updated, causing it to fall out of sync with the updated format of RMI files.

Knowing how to distinguish and handle RMI files accordingly is key to seamlessly working with these unique formats.

Typical RMI application file locations:

%ProgramFiles%\Windows Media Player\wmplayer.exe /Open "%L"
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Media Player\wmplayer.exe" /Play "%L"

Typical RMI mime types:

audio/mid

Frequently used application names to open RMI files:

Windows Media Player

Frequently associated Windows objects:

MIDFile
WMP11.AssocFile.MIDI

How Can I Open RMI File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open RMI file is to find a RMI file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a RMI file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open RMI file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as RMI file opener then try to search online for "RMI viewer", "application to open RMI file" or "open RMI file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open RMI file

How Can I Open RMI File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a RMI file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a RMI file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with RMI file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as RMI file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open RMI file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open RMI file then try to search for "RMI viewer", "application to open RMI file" or "read RMI file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read RMI file

How Can I Open RMI File on Android

If you downloaded a RMI file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded RMI file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "RMI".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "RMI viewer", "RMI file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open RMI File on iPhone or iPad

To open RMI File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the RMI file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "RMI". This way you can find apps which can open RMI files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "RMI viewer" or "RMI file" online in your favorite search engine.

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